University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:Surgery Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Job Title: Research Services Professional (Entry to Intermediate Level)

Position #:Requisition #:36350

Job Summary:

As an integral member of our research team the Research Services Professional will contribute to cuttingedge research in Total Human EyeAllotransplantation Innovation Advancement (THEIA) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora CO with the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. This project aims to advance the field of wholeeye transplantation exploring innovative surgical techniques immune rejection mechanisms and neuroregeneration strategies.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking handson laboratory experience publication opportunities and preparation for admission to toptier graduate or medical programs. The Research Services Professional will be actively involved in experimental procedures animal handling data analysis and manuscript preparation gaining valuable skills in translational research.

Key Responsibilities:

Entry and Intermediate Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in an experimental lab or wet lab and handle a variety of chemicals and/or potential wet hazards. Entry Laboratory Science Professionals perform duties in laboratories where chemicals or other materials or biological matters are tested and analyzed.

Examples of Duties Performed:

EntryLevel:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Perform experiments and tabulate and analyze research
• Support analytical testing process using standard lab support knowledge in the collection and review of conditions including preserving samples completing sample preparation documenting and communicating results
• Perform preanalytical analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced
• Prepare lab for daily operations including stocking materials equipment safety cleanliness and related areas
• Provide animal care related to research studies as necessary
• Pick up transport and maintain results samples documents materials and other items as needed
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
• Review complete and process logs documents databases and related materials and information
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process unit and related issues
• Assist in the review and implementation of lab support policies practices and programs to meet organizational operations and management needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws rules and regulations; receive guidance and direction or escalate when required

IntermediateLevel all of the above and:

• Independently and creatively identify laboratory solutions
• Independently Review develop and implement new or modified laboratory techniques required for research projects
• Assist Team Leads Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
• Assist and train junior team members

Additional Examples of Work Performed

1. Experimental Procedures & Data Analysis

• Perform benchwork techniques including ELISA qPCR Western Blot (WB) and Flow Cytometry to support various research projects.
• Conduct tissue staining microscopy and other histological analyses.
• Collect enter and analyze experimental data to generate meaningful research insights.

2. Animal Handling & Surgical Procedures

• Perform rat handling daily inspection and pre/postsurgery care.
• Prepare and process rat samples including blood and tissue collection.
• Conduct ocular examinations including:
  • Flash electroretinography (fERG) and Pattern electroretinography (pERG) to assess retinal function.
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for retinal imaging and structural analysis.

3. Research Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate with the principal investigator and research team to review literature and refine experimental protocols.
• Document lab results assist in manuscript preparation and create visual data representations (graphs charts) for publication in scientific journals.

4. Laboratory Management & Administration

• Maintain accurate lab records and update research protocols.
• Oversee lab inventory ordering of supplies and general lab maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and laboratory best practices.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance life insurance retirement plans tuition benefits ECO pass paid time off vacation sick and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available please visit: Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry level:

• Bachelors degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.

Intermediate level:

• Bachelors degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.
• One 1 year professional level research experience.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in biology molecular biology chemistry genetics or related field.
• One 1 year of tissue culture experience either during or following undergraduate training.
• One 1 to three 3 years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Provide general laboratory support including ordering and maintaining consumables.
• Maintain accurate and uptodate laboratory book records.
• Detailed documentation of experiments and results.
• Experience with biology molecular biology and/or immunological assays.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Questions should be directed to: Natalie Burgess

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by (March 14 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as

Entry: $46274$58861

Intermediate: $50357$64054

The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer respectively. In addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.